None listed
Conditions
Interventions
Behavioral : 1. Experimental Group
Participants assigned to the experimental group will wear an aqua vest containing 3 kg of water and participate in a combined exercise program consisting of step-bo
Sponsors
Busan University of Foreign Studies
Eligibility
Sex/Gender
Female
Inclusion criteria
Inclusion criteria: Women aged 65 years or older who have been diagnosed with degenerative knee osteoarthritis and have been recommended to participate in exercise therapy under a physician’s guidance (diagnosis received more than 3 years prior). Individuals with no congenital deformities or diseases of the foot, pelvis, or spine. Individuals with no history of neurological disorders.
Exclusion criteria
Exclusion criteria: Individuals who have been diagnosed with knee osteoarthritis within the past 3 years (excluded due to the possibility of acute inflammation or severe pain). Individuals with neurological or psychiatric disorders, as these conditions may affect study outcomes. Individuals with acute inflammation, as participation in the exercise program is not feasible. Individuals who are unable to perform movements due to severe pain, as participation in the exercise program is not feasible.
Design outcomes
Primary
| Measure | Time frame |
|---|---|
| Center of Pressure | — |
Secondary
| Measure | Time frame |
|---|---|
| Visual Analogue Scale;Timed Up and Go test | — |
Countries
Korea, Republic of
Contacts
Public ContactHyunJu Kim
Busan University of Foreign Studies
Outcome results
None listed